About Us
Established in 1987, our organisation was founded by a group of dedicated foster parents who recognised the need for specialist support services for looked-after children.
We have over 30 years' experience in fostering and are committed to providing an integrated range of support services that put the child at the centre of our thinking.
Our Integrated Service Programme (ISP) is a therapeutic approach to fostering that brings together a team of professionals including social workers, fostering advisors, teachers and therapists to support foster parents and the children they care for.
Job Requirements
* A qualified and experienced Social Worker or equivalent with a passion for working with foster parents and children.
* An appreciation of the role of foster parents and their skills, with the ability to take a collaborative approach in promoting meaningful supervision of placements.
* Experience of working with foster parents as professional colleagues and within a multi-discipline arena.
* A full driving licence and unrestricted access to your own car.
Responsibilities
* Direct support of foster parents within a realistic caseload that enables high-level supervision.
* Regular supervision of allocated foster parents to ensure compliance with regulatory standards and enable them to provide quality care.
* Partnership work with children, young people, foster parents and other professionals to ensure full participation in assessment, planning, review and decision-making relating to safeguarding and child protection.
Benefits
* A competitive salary of £30,000-£37,000.
* A £3,000 car allowance.
* 30 days' annual leave (increasing to 35 days with length of service) plus bank holidays.
* A company pension scheme.
* Life assurance.
* An employee discount scheme.
* A medical cash plan.